I've had Atonement on my "to read" list forever. Now that they've made a movie I better read it quick!

Did you like Fahrenheit 451? My library system will be pushing that as part of a grant program to get the community to read classics again. I don't think they'll start promoting it until September, just in time for banned books week. (smile) I liked it, but because it was written in 1953 initially I had a hard time getting past the incongruencies of what really HAS happened versus what Bradbury imagined life could be like in a distant future. The characters were dated a little, in that the protagonist's wife was a typical "housewife" and there were so many references to people smoking in public. Then again, he wrote about television "walls" that reminded me of flat screen TV's and earbuds which made me think of blue tooth technology, Ipods, MP3's. . . He wasn't far off on the technological advances.

Kim - I've been motivated to finally read books from my TBR shelves when I learn the movie is coming out. LOL I hope you enjoy the book.

I did enjoy Fahrenheit 451. I had a little trouble stepping into Bradbury's world--I found the setting somewhat fuzzy and the symbolism was a little offputting. Still, I found it eerily true to life even today, the dumbing down of society, manipulation of the truth, continued efforts to censor and the like.

Virginie - My reading amount varies. Last year was the first year in a long while I broke a hundred. It was a fluke of a year, you could say. I've actually read more this year than I thought I might so I'm feeling pretty good about this year. :-)

Very impressive list, Wendy! You make me want to dig into Anna Karenina this instant. I have the book sitting on the TBR shelf for like forever. I've bookmarked this entry for future reference and possible acquisition. It's that good. :D

What a great detailed list, Wendy! I'm really impressed with your reading and the effort you put in for creating this list. I'm also looking forward to watching Atonement since I loved the book so much!

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At the age of five, Literary Feline (aka Wendy) was diagnosed as a fabulavore. Due to the low story content of movies and television, she has required a steady supply of books to provide her sustenance. She currently resides in California with her loving husband, adorable daughter, and one affectionate and sassy cat. Literary Feline has broadened her nutritional sources by reviewing books. Please note: Literary Feline is not a bibliovore. She's not eating the books for goodness' sake.